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1. Friday forecast: Sahara's weekend road trip has officially begun

The horizon is looking a little crowded this morning as our neighbors in North Africa have officially sent a massive shipment of suspended dust our way. A low-pressure system hitching a ride from Egypt to turn our sky into a hazy, grit-filled mess feels like a bit of a cosmic prank....

2. Wednesday forecast: Dust is in the air and low pressure is in the mail

If you woke up feeling like the sky looks a bit "sepia-toned," you aren't imagining things. A weak high-pressure system is still technically in charge, but it’s invited some airborne dust to the party....

3. The strategy of chaos

The most dangerous development in the war in the Persian Gulf, at least in the medium term, is Iran’s new defensive doctrine, which they call the “Mosaic of Decentralized Defense.”...

4. Oil prices climb past $116 amid Middle East tensions

Oil prices are surging at a pace not seen in years, rattling global markets as the war in the Middle East fuels fears of a major energy supply crisis....

5. Cyprus: A geopolitical hub in a shifting power landscape

After the October 7 massacre, the brutal Hamas attack and Israel’s long, largely disproportionate counteroffensive in Gaza, Cyprus had an unexpected opportunity: to send a message to the international community that went beyond the usual lens of the “Cyprus problem” and to emerge as a rare “Western anchor” in a volatile region. ...

6. Friday, March 06 forecast: Sun starts the day, clouds take the afternoon shift

A shy little high-pressure system is hovering over the area, doing just enough to be noticed but not enough to take full control....

7. Russia weighs redirecting gas away from Europe while Iran conflict pushes energy prices higher

Russian President Vladimir Putin has indicated that Moscow could suspend natural gas deliveries to Europe if current market conditions persist, as global energy prices climb amid intensifying tensions involving Iran....

8. Thursday forecast: Sunshine now, showers later...the weather can’t quite decide

A rather mild and slightly lazy high-pressure system is hanging around the area, not causing much trouble but still making its presence known....

9. Today's weather report is feeling indecisive: Sunshine now, drama later

Today will start off mostly clear, the weather equivalent of being on its best behavior. However, the west may see some extra clouds sneaking in. As the day goes on, things will turn partly cloudy....

10. When will the war end

The all-powerful United States is acting without being constrained by the even limited and sometimes perfunctory scruples of the past. It did so last October in Venezuela. It is doing so now in the Middle East....

11. Iranian drone that hit Akrotiri carried Russian anti-jamming tech

Officials analyzing the wreckage of an Iranian Shahed drone that struck Britain’s RAF base at Akrotiri on Monday have reportedly found a Russian-made Kometa antenna, a discovery that could have major implications for the ongoing Middle East conflict....

12. Purdue partners with University of Nicosia-Athens to advance research collaboration and online learning in Europe

13. Today’s forecast: Sunbathing on the shore, snow-spotting in the peaks

March is officially settling in, and a weak high-pressure system is currently keeping the peace (at least in terms of weather) across the island....

14. Greece sends frigates Kimon and Psara plus F-16s to Cyprus amid drone threat

Greece is deploying two naval frigates and F-16 fighter jets to Cyprus to bolster the island’s defenses following a drone alert that prompted the evacuation of Paphos International Airport and heightened security concerns, officials said Monday....

15. Sirens sound again at Akrotiri base as tensions remain high

Sirens were heard again a few minutes ago (Monday morning) at the British RAF Akrotiri base near Limassol, heightening anxiety on the island, although there was no immediate confirmation that a new drone strike or attack had taken place, officials said....

16. Reports claim possible drone strike at RAF Akrotiri late Sunday (UPDATE and VIDEO)

Unconfirmed reports emerging on social media late Sunday suggested that Iranian weaponry may have struck the British air facility at RAF Akrotiri, Cyprus, though authorities have not verified the claims....

17. Khamenei’s death sets stage for high-stakes succession

Iran has entered a moment of historic uncertainty following the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, triggering an urgent transition process and intensifying questions about the country’s political future and regional stability....

18. €22 million tower set to reshape Limassol’s Neapolis skyline

A €22 million project is heading to Limassol, and it’s going up, quite literally....

19. U.S. tells some embassy staff in Israel: Leave now if you want to

The United States is allowing some of its embassy staff and their families to leave Israel, pointing to growing security concerns and warning that the window to exit could narrow quickly....

20. Wednesday, February 25 forecast: The atmosphere is having a complete change of heart

We’re currently in that awkward transitional phase where a weak high-pressure system is trying to hold the fort, but a much grumpier low-pressure guest is already checking in for a long weekend....

21. Checkmate in Cyprus: The World’s Chess Elite Descend on Paphos

In spring 2026, the world's chess elite will gather on the west coast of Cyprus. From 28 March to 16 April, the Cap St Georges Hotel resort near Paphos will host the men's and women's Candidates Tournaments. ...

22. Tuesday, February 24 forecast: 19°C and sunny today, cold snap on its way

Mother Nature is keeping us on our toes this week. Today is starting off with a "mostly clear" vibe, but don't get too comfortable. By the afternoon, some moody clouds are expected to gather, mainly over the mountains, for a quick, isolated shower....

23. Green Monday forecast: Kites, calamari, and a couple of clouds

Happy Green Monday to everyone starting the 48-day countdown to Easter! We’re starting with some shy clouds and maybe a stray shower in the west and north....

24. World’s largest aircraft carrier sails into Mediterranean amid U.S.-Iran tensions

The USS Gerald R. Ford, the world’s largest aircraft carrier, has entered the Mediterranean Sea, stoking anxiety as U.S. officials weigh potential military action against Iran, maritime tracking data shows....

25. Wednesday forecast: The north Greek wind machine is heading our way

Mother Nature has decided we need a little excitement today. A system from Northern Greece is officially moving in, bringing a moody mix of clouds and the occasional thunderous roar....

26. Tuesday forecast: Greece is sending us a surprise package (postage due: rain)

Mother Nature is feeling a bit moody today. She’s bringing us a mix of "Greek drama" from across the sea and a dusty makeover that nobody actually asked for. ...

27. Robert Duvall, Oscar-winning screen legend, dies at 95

Robert Duvall, the Academy Award-winning actor celebrated for a long career playing steely, often hard-edged characters in some of Hollywood’s most acclaimed films, has died at the age of 95....

28. Nicosia’s biggest makeover yet: Green space and tech zone coming

After decades of continuous development in western Nicosia, city officials are moving closer to major plans that could transform the area with new green and innovation spaces....

29. Greek Cypriot held in occupied north after gathering vegetables near buffer zone

Authorities in the Republic of Cyprus are scrambling to secure the release of a Greek Cypriot man being held in the occupied north after he was detained while collecting wild asparagus near the buffer zone, according to the Cyprus News Agency....

30. Thursday, February 12th forecast: The great smoky haze

A weak low-pressure system is drifting in, and it’s bringing suspended dust with it today and tomorrow. ...